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Research shows Brits are taking health effects of ‘ultra processed foods’ seriously

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YouGov asked 4589 adults in Great Britain: “How seriously, if at all, do you take claims made about the health effects of ‘ultra-processed foods’?” In response, 60% said they are taking the claims at least fairly seriously, including 19% who say they are taking them…

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